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Culloden Battlefield

  • June 8, 2006
  • Rated 5 of 5 by txgolferguy from Southlake, Texas
Culloden Battlefield

As you approach the Culloden Battlefield you quickly get a sense of why the Scots chose to stand their ground at this location. Far outnumbered by the English forces in 1746, the Scottish clans fought valiantly, but lost the battle. There are numerous monuments marking the various fallen clans, which adds a rather haunting element to the visit. Additionally, there is a larger monument dedicated to all who fought in the battle. The Culloden Battlefield was the sight of the last major battle on British soil, and ended Scotland's fight for independence.

As you approach the battlefield a short distance from the visitor center, you immediately come upon where the English were stationed. It is a relatively flat stretch of land with a magnificent view of all of the surrounding countryside, except where the Scots were located. The Scots, led by their hero Bonnie Prince Charlie, were hunkered down below the ridge, in the trees, and in the more marshy area of the terrain. They hoped to use the difference in terrain to their advantage, but alas to no avail.

The visitor center contains quite a bit of memorabilia about the battle and events leading up to the battle. Plans for a new visitor center are in the works.

You should allow at least an hour to peruse the battlefield and visitor center upon your visit.

The following Web site can provide more information: www.culloden.org

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Bus Tour to Culloden Battlefield

  • September 26, 2000
  • Rated 3 of 5 by Mary Porcher from New Haven, Connecticut
The bus ride from Inverness to Culloden took about 45 minutes. We arrived in a large, open field that was full of shrubs. It was hard to picture men trying to fight here, and I wonder if it was overgrown then like it is now.

When I visited Culloden, I didn't know much about the history there. Trusting a budget travel guide to give me an in-depth history lesson wasn't smart, either! Instead of paying for the guided tour, I walked around and read about the place.

Now that I have studied Scotland's history much more closely, I am looking forward to returning to Culloden and paying for the tour. The battle, all that led up to it, and all that followed, is truly fascinating. This is one of those sites where the attraction lies completely in its history. But the ride there is also lovely! If you're not a history fan and you need to choose where to spend a day in this area, I would suggest taking the road to Skye to see the most amazing scenery.

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